The Starter’s Pistol Sounds: Vikings GM Search Officially Begins

Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The Vikings GM position has been unfilled for a few months, at least in the strictest understanding of the position. Rob Brzezinski has been filling the position, shepherding the organization through March and April of 2026.

He was restrained until he wasn’t, following a tepid free agency with a bold 1st-Round selection and a reasonably frisky Jonathan Greenard trade . The focus now moves toward hiring someone to fill the job on a permanent basis. Vikings GM Search is Now Underway The franchise’s official communication channels passed along the update .

Consider what was said: “With the conclusion of the 2026 NFL Draft, our search for the next general manager of the Minnesota Vikings is underway. This will be a thorough and deliberate process led by ownership, with support from a small internal advisory committee of senior leaders. We have also engaged respected firm TurnkeyZRG to assist in conducting a wide-ranging search that includes experienced football executives, emerging candidates and individuals with diverse professional backgrounds.

Our focus is to identify a decisive leader with a clear vision for team building, strong communication skills and the ability to build alignment across an organization. Out of respect for all involved, we do not intend to publicly announce candidates and will provide further comment when the search is complete. ” Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah share a brief sideline exchange at Allegiant Stadium during the Dec 10, 2023 matchup in Las Vegas.